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HPB Surgery in Kanpur with Dr. Abhimanyu Kapoor
Gallstones, a liver finding or a pancreatic concern can be picked up unexpectedly on a scan, and a difficult or recurrent gallbladder problem can be confusing to navigate. Dr. Abhimanyu Kapoor, a Surgical Gastroenterologist in Kanpur with 15 years of experience in hepatopancreaticobiliary (HPB) surgery, explains what your options usually look like.
What Is HPB Surgery?
HPB surgery, also called hepatopancreaticobiliary surgery, is surgery for benign, non-cancerous conditions of the liver, pancreas and bile duct, most commonly gallstones and difficult gallbladder disease. For gallbladder, liver, pancreatic or bile duct cancer, see the GI & Cancer Surgery page.
Signs Worth Getting Checked
- Gallstones found on ultrasound, with or without pain
- Repeated attacks of abdominal pain after fatty meals
- A gallbladder that is inflamed, thickened or difficult to treat
- A benign liver or pancreatic finding on a scan
- Jaundice not linked to a confirmed cancer diagnosis
Should You Be Worried?
Gallstones and benign gallbladder disease are common and are usually treated successfully with laparoscopic surgery. Even a gallbladder that has been called difficult, due to inflammation or previous attacks, can usually still be managed safely with the right surgical experience.
What Raises Your Risk
Risk factors for gallstones and gallbladder disease include age, being female, obesity, rapid weight loss, and a family history of gallstones. Many patients have no risk factors at all.
How It’s Diagnosed
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Clinical examination and review of symptoms
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Ultrasound or other imaging to confirm gallstones or the relevant liver or pancreatic finding
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Blood tests to check liver function where relevant
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Further imaging, such as an MRCP, where the bile duct needs closer assessment
How It’s Treated
Laparoscopic gallbladder surgery
Keyhole removal of the gallbladder, the standard approach for most patients.
Difficult gallbladder surgery
A more detailed surgical plan for gallbladders that are inflamed, scarred or have been difficult to treat previously.
Bile duct clearance
Removal of stones from the bile duct where they have moved beyond the gallbladder.
Benign liver and pancreatic surgery
Management of non-cancerous liver or pancreatic conditions.
Most patients go home within a day or two of laparoscopic gallbladder surgery and return to normal activity within one to two weeks.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is laparoscopic gallbladder surgery painful?
Most patients have mild to moderate discomfort for a few days, which is well controlled with medication. Laparoscopic surgery involves smaller incisions than open surgery, which usually means less pain and a faster recovery.
What makes gallbladder surgery difficult?
A gallbladder that is significantly inflamed, scarred from previous attacks, or stuck to nearby structures can make surgery more technically demanding. This is assessed before surgery and planned for accordingly.
Do I need surgery if my gallstones are not causing symptoms?
Not always. Gallstones without symptoms are often monitored rather than operated on immediately, though this depends on your individual case.
Can a bile duct stone be treated without open surgery?
In many cases yes, using laparoscopic or endoscopic techniques, depending on the size and location of the stone.
Book Your HPB Surgery Consultation in Kanpur
Gallbladder, liver and pancreatic conditions are usually more straightforward to treat than they first seem. Dr. Abhimanyu Kapoor provides specialist HPB surgery in Kanpur, including for difficult and recurrent gallbladder disease.